Hattie Garlick

"The kids love cheesy crisps": how the UK’s healthy eating experts really feed their families
How do the UK’s top nutrition experts really shop, cook and eat - and what do their partners think about it?

The mozzies are coming! 11 ways to beat the imminent mosquito invasion and stay bite-free
Recent weather may have created the perfect breeding conditions for mosquitoes. So be prepared

Fibremaxxing: the wellness trend of the moment explained (plus 3 simple swaps to up your intake now)
TikTok is singing the praises of fibre. So should you be eating more? And how?

Mouthwash won't work! Why you're really getting bad breath, and a dentist's surefire solutions to freshen it
Halitosis impacts over 30% of the population. But the solutions you're reaching for are likely the wrong ones

Constantly dashing to the loo? Try this simple, science-backed solution (no, it’s not pelvic floor exercises…)
Forty per cent of women report symptoms of overactive bladder syndrome. So, what can you do about it?

’Squeaky clean and feeling serene’: a scientist settles the score on which is better – baths or showers
From your blood pressure to your bacterial load via your mood, which wash works best for you?

’Sweaty, warm and colonised by all sorts of bacteria‘: A microbiologist shares the body parts you REALLY need to shower daily (and one you’ll never get clean)
It’s hot and sticky out there, so how often do you need to wash? Primrose Freeman shares the grubby truth...

Do say: ‘I’m listening’, don’t say: ‘She’s so touchy!’ The seven secrets of happy mother- and daughter-in-laws
It’s the hardest relationship of all, some say. But how do harmonious families make it work?

How to create a healing garden, plus 5 plants proven to boost your health and one to avoid
A new study suggests that just smelling some plants can boost everything from your sleep to your memory. So which should you grow and how?

Frozen treats and the five-second rule: 10 tips to keep pets happy in the heatwave
It’s not only humans who swelter in the heat - so how can we help our dogs, cats and rabbits cool down when temperatures soar?

Forget probiotics – postbiotics are the new gut health holy grail (and here are 5 of the best sources)
First there were probiotics. Next came prebiotics. Are we now entering the age of the postbiotic?

You tell us: which domestic skills are dying out?
Can you fold a hospital corner? Or darn a sock? Take part in our landmark survey and help shape the conversation

GH exclusive: two-thirds (62%) of women would change their career path
The results of our life pivot survey are in... and make fascinating reading

‘From slouch to Sunday resetter… how decluttering my weekend habits changed my life (and can change yours too)'
Good Housekeeping's news and features director Hattie Garlick on why a successful week starts with getting organised on a Sunday.

'Help! I’m cutting my daughter from my will': Your thorniest inheritance problems solved
Between 2023 and 2024, there was a spike in court claims related to contested wills. How can you avoid feuding in your own family?

5 steps to take now to stop your lawn from frazzling this summer (plus one thing to stop doing immediately)
I’m determined to keep my lawn alive this summer and this is how I’m going to do it – with expert tips, a garden fork and a strict no-hose-flailing policy.

‘Alzheimer’s runs in my family. What can I do?’ A dementia specialist lays out the facts (and they’re not what you think…)
Simon Wheeler, dementia expert at the Alzheimer’s Society, answers a question that preys on many minds. As told to Hattie Garlick

Your doctor won’t listen… Now what? Naga Munchetty shares exclusive advice with GH VIPs
In the run-up to her live members event on 13 May, and ahead of the publication of her new book, Naga Munchetty shares her thoughts and an exclusive extract

‘Never again, we said. Yet here we are.’ Lady Anne Glenconner, 92, remembers her VE day and its lessons 80 years on
Lady Glenconner, former lady-in-waiting to Princess Margaret, shares her memories of World War II’s end in Europe

Britain's top emergency planner reveals the 35 things you should always have ready in a disaster (and its not candles…)
Survivalists have given prepping a bad name. But the power outage in Spain shows we all need to prepare for potential crises

The sun’s rays pose different risks at every age. Here’s how they affect yours, plus what to do
From increasing melanoma-risk during childhood to exacerbating autoimmune symptoms in adulthood, overexposure to the sun can carry distinct health challenges for different generations

‘30% of women don’t make it’: why breaking your hip can be fatal, plus how to build strength and protect it
It’s the most dangerous bone you can break. But there are simple ways to protect yourself, whatever your age

‘I’ve counselled hundreds of couples. Here are 6 hard truths about affairs and why they happen’
We need to be far more honest and open about the reality of affairs, says psychotherapist and new podcast host Anna Williamson

How to stay married for 60 years: a world-leading self-help guru shares his strategy
Robin Sharma’s parents have been married for 62 years. Their secret? A strategy you can use whatever your goal

Varicose, thread, spider... why your veins are suddenly changing and what to do about it
Around 30% of women have variose veins. But what can you do and when (if ever) do you need to worry?

‘Did I ever disappoint you? Was I present enough?’ Reverend Richard Coles on the 5 questions all adults should ask their parents
As his podcast resturns for a second series, the cleric and broadcaster reflects on his own conversations with his parents.

From rejected advice to feeling cut out – a psychologist on the unspoken challenges of becoming a grandparent
Psychologist Terri Apter has written a new book, exploring the sides of grandparenting that no one talks about…

‘Promise them shopping, stop for ice cream’: Sara Cox’s 7 surprisingly positive facts about parenting teens
Between them, the Radio 2 presenter and her best friend, Clare, have five teens, plus a new podcast on parenting them. So, what have they learned?

Dryness, redness, itchiness – the unexpected skin changes that could signal deeper health issues
Changing skin is a fact of life, but sometimes it could be a sign of something deeper. These are five changes to watch out for, according to a GP.

Leak when you sneeze? The reason’s not what you think, but you can fix it…
A third of women experience urinary incontinence. So why is there still silence around it?

Three simple switches for a healthier relationship with your phone
UK adults spend around a quarter of our waking lives online. Try these simple tricks to take back control

Many probiotics are pointless for gut health, but these 3 actually work say scientists
From capsules to tablets via liquid shots – we’re spending more than ever on probiotic products. So why is our gut health no better?